In the diary Lumsden discusses troop movements and campaigns (such as the battles at Chickamauga and Missionary Ridge); the procurement of supplies and provisions; various aspects of camp life; sickness among the soldiers; social life; church...

A note below the order explains that one officer (probably Henry Semple) has not provided the requested return; a note on the back mentions that Semple's trial (for "disobedience of orders" after failing to submit the reports correctly) will be...